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Taiwan Tracks 8 PLA Sorties, 6 Vessels in Latest Waters Encounter

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported detecting eight Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels operating around its waters. Six of the aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the island's southwestern and eastern Air Defense Identification Zone. This follows similar incidents on the previous two days, involving even larger numbers of Chinese aircraft. The ministry stated it monitored the situation and responded accordingly.

Key Points: Taiwan Detects PLA Aircraft, Vessels Near Its Waters

  • 8 PLA aircraft detected
  • 6 crossed into Taiwan's ADIZ
  • 6 Chinese naval vessels also present
  • Part of multi-day pattern of incursions
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Taiwan detects 8 sorties of PLA aircraft, 6 vessels around its waters

Taiwan's defense ministry reports 8 PLA aircraft and 6 naval vessels near its territory, with most aircraft crossing the median line into its ADIZ.

"8 sorties of PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. - Taiwan MND"

Taipei, February 6

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected 8 sorties of PLA aircraft and six PLAN vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6 am on Friday.

Of the 8 sorties, 6 crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern and eastern ADIZ.

In a post on X, the MND said, "8 sorties of PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 6 out of 8 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern and eastern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded."

Earlier on Thursday, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected 12 sorties of Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time).

Of the 12, 11 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ.

In a post on X, the MND said, "12 sorties of PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 11 out of 12 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded."

Moreover, on Wednesday, Taiwan detected 13 sorties of Chinese military aircraft and six Chinese naval vessels. As per the MND, of the 13, 11 crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ.

In a post on X, the MND said, "13 sorties of PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 11 out of 13 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded."

- ANI

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Priya S
Every day the same news. The numbers change but the pattern is clear. It feels like a slow, steady pressure tactic. The world should pay more attention to this, not just when there's a crisis. The people of Taiwan must be living with constant anxiety.
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Rohit P
From an Indian strategic perspective, this is a reminder of why we need to strengthen our own defenses and partnerships like the Quad. A powerful China acting unilaterally in its neighborhood is a scenario we must be prepared for. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
Respectfully, I think the Indian media and public should be cautious about how this is framed. Taiwan is a part of China, as per the UN and most countries' recognition, including ours. These are internal drills in China's territorial waters. We should avoid narratives that support separatism.
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Vikram M
The economic fallout of any conflict there would be global. So many semiconductors! As an IT professional, I worry about supply chains. Hope sense prevails on all sides. 🙏
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Karthik V
It's a tricky situation. We have our own border issues with China. Watching this, I can't help but feel it underscores the importance of dialogue and clear red lines. Military posturing rarely leads to lasting solutions.

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